2009 Maybach 57 vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 57 | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Maybach | Mazda |
| Model | 57 | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2320 mm |
